The Development Process of Qinghai Mongolian Folk Songs Through Anthropological Perspectives

Qin  Han; Peerapong Sensai

doi:10.60027/ijsasr.2024.4148

Authors

Qin Han College of Music, Mahasarakham University, Thailand https://orcid.org/0009-0000-0341-993X
Peerapong Sensai Faculty of Fine-Applied Arts and Cultural Science, Mahasarakham University, Thailand https://orcid.org/0009-0004-3451-7486

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.60027/ijsasr.2024.4148

Keywords:

Mongolian Folk Songs; , Anthropological Perspectives; , Preservation; , Traditional Knowledge; , Cultural Continuity

Abstract

Background and Aims: Qinghai Mongolian folk songs, cherished expressions of the Mongolian community's cultural identity, are the focal point of this anthropological study. The research aims to investigate the development process of Qinghai Mongolian folk songs through anthropological perspectives.

Materials and Methods: Employed a comprehensive methodology integrating both ethnomusicology and anthropology on in-depth interviews with two key informants renowned for expertise. Additionally, participant observation techniques were applied, carriers of traditional knowledge, and agents fostering cultural continuity within the community.

Results: This study resoundingly emphasizes the critical need to safeguard the exquisite tapestry of Qinghai Mongolian folk songs, serving as a melodious gateway into the soul of the Mongolian community. Beyond preservation, the study sparks curiosity for future exploration, beckoning researchers to unravel the regional intricacies, contemporary transformations, and dynamic community-driven conservation strategies that shape the ongoing narrative of these cultural treasures.

Conclusion: This research contributes to the discourse on safeguarding traditional cultural expressions while celebrating the enduring beauty of Qinghai Mongolian folk songs and honoring the rich heritage of the Mongolian people in Qinghai.

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